Vermont Business Grants by City and Industry
Explore local grant pages for Vermont businesses, including funding paths for technology, agriculture, manufacturing, healthcare, clean energy, women-owned companies, and more.
Featured Funding Opportunities
Active public subsidies and capital programs available for businesses operating in Vermont:
Vermont Employment Growth Incentive (VEGI)
Cash Grant (Performance)Provided by: DED | Type: Grant
This is the state's flagship economic tool. It is NOT a tax credit; it is a cash payment paid out over 5 years if you hit your hiring targets. It requires rigorous modeling to prove the "But-For" clause—that you would not have done the project without this money.
Official PortalVEDA Direct Loan Program
Loan (up to $2.5M)Provided by: VEDA | Type: Loan
When a bank will only lend 50% of a project's cost, VEDA steps in to lend another 40%, often at a lower rate. This "subordinate" debt allows businesses to retain cash. It is widely used for buying machinery or expanding ski resorts.
Official PortalWorking Lands Enterprise Fund
Grant ($10k - $250k)Provided by: Agency of Ag | Type: Grant
A hugely popular grant for the "working landscape." It funds infrastructure (e.g., a new slaughterhouse, a lumber kiln, a maple bottling line) that helps not just one business, but the whole local supply chain.
Official PortalBrowse Vermont grant pages by city
Start with major local markets such as Brattleboro, Burlington, Montpelier/Barre, then choose the industry page that matches your business.